Raiden Fighter: Alien Shooter

Raiden Fighter: Alien Shooter is a shooter game that boasts good mechanics and sensational graphics. The game challenges you to drive an airforce fighter and defeat galaxy invaders to win the galactic war. However, be prepared for numerous ads that can be intrusive to your gameplay experience. The game describes itself as a mission to beat invaders and become a hero of the galactic war.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

61%

Audience ScoreBased on 300 reviews

graphics22 positive mentions

monetization187 negative mentions

The game features great graphics and smooth gameplay, making it visually appealing and enjoyable to play.
It offers a variety of ship upgrade options and game modes, providing a sense of progression and customization.
Many players find the game fun and addictive, especially in the early levels, with a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic arcade shooters.

The game is heavily ad-driven, with players often spending more time watching ads than actually playing, which detracts from the overall experience.
In-app purchases, particularly the high cost to remove ads, are seen as excessive and a cash grab, leading to frustration among players.
Technical issues such as crashes, bugs, and problems with ad rewards have been reported, negatively impacting gameplay and user satisfaction.

monetization
192 mentions
2 % positive mentions
1 % neutral mentions
97 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game is heavily criticized for its excessive reliance on ads, with players reporting spending more time watching ads than actually playing. While some ads are optional and can provide rewards, many users feel overwhelmed by the frequency and length of mandatory ads, which can last up to 60 seconds. Additionally, the option to remove ads comes at a steep price of $100, leading to frustration and dissatisfaction among players who feel that the game prioritizes ad revenue over gameplay enjoyment.
- “No ads are necessary but can choose to watch them to get additional points/upgrades. The game doesn't nag me about upgrading things and spending money constantly.”
- “Very great game! I barely have to watch ads; no ads appear when you win, and even if you lose, there's still no ads. You only have to watch ads for supplies.”
- “Better than its predecessor, still commercials are required when accepting buffs. It can be excessive; it would be a 5 with no ads whatsoever.”
- “The game is incredibly fun and addictive for the first 7 or so worlds, but after that it gets extremely difficult unless you are willing to watch a million ads to upgrade your ship, or of course pay money to get the better ships.”
- “I've spent more time watching ads than playing the game.”
- “Everything is gated behind ads and you will watch ads for more than half of your time in this game.”
graphics
28 mentions
79 % positive mentions
11 % neutral mentions
11 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game are highly praised, with many users describing them as beautiful, great, and visually appealing. While some reviews mention a lack of depth and immersion in the gameplay, the graphics contribute to an enjoyable experience, making the game addictive and fun. However, a few users noted that the graphics are not groundbreaking, suggesting room for improvement.
- “Great graphics, easy to navigate and a wide variety of different modes/levels to play.”
- “Beautiful graphics, fun, along with a lot of great ideas.”
- “Awesome graphics and great challenges in deep space.”
- “Lacking substance, it's missing the immersion factor. The sound effects don't hit hard, there's no rumbling, the bullets don't sound like much. The graphics are neither retro nor next-gen. Tons of things to click on but not worth the effort; also, no real storyline. Overall, the game is like light and fluffy diet food.”
- “It's a Galaga-style shoot 'em up with okay graphics and sound, but it makes you watch ads just to level up, which feels like a way to force you to make the devs money!”
- “I would recommend having better graphics or at least a way to customize your own planes.”
story
16 mentions
19 % positive mentions
63 % neutral mentions
19 % negative mentions
The game's story is largely criticized for its absence, with many users noting that it lacks any meaningful narrative or immersive elements. Players describe the experience as repetitive and devoid of substance, comparing it to "light and fluffy diet food" with no real storyline to engage with. While some enjoy the gameplay mechanics, the overall consensus is that the game suffers from a significant lack of storytelling depth.
- “Mission by mission, wave after wave, your enemies will evolve into the bane of your existence (in a good way).”
- “It's a very good game, and I'm actually pretty good at it; it's my favorite game so far.”
- “Other than that, I would rate it 4 stars with the potential of 5 if there were better updates and better missions.”
- “The game is very boring and there's no storyline to it whatsoever.”
- “Zero narrative or story.”
- “Lacking substance; it's missing the immersion factor. The sound effects don't hit hard, there's no rumbling, the bullets don't sound like much, the graphics are neither retro nor next-gen. Tons of things to click on but not worth the effort; also, no real storyline. Overall, the game is like light and fluffy diet food.”
gameplay
15 mentions
53 % positive mentions
27 % neutral mentions
20 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is generally praised for being smooth, addictive, and well-balanced, with challenging high-level battles and enjoyable mini-games. However, many users express frustration with the overwhelming presence of ads, which detracts from the experience and makes it feel more like an ad-watching simulator than a traditional game. While some appreciate the option to close ads, the consensus indicates that the ad situation significantly impacts the overall enjoyment of the gameplay.
- “Smooth gameplay, understandable upgrade system.”
- “It is very addictive and well balanced gameplay.”
- “Outstanding gameplay, fun mini games.”
- “Decent gameplay, but as other reviews indicate, it's more like an ad watching simulator than an actual game.”
- “Great if you want to watch a lot of ads and see some gameplay in between.”
- “$100 to turn off ads, and there are more ads than gameplay.”
music
4 mentions
50 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
25 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its chill vibe and quality, which enhances the overall experience. While some users express dissatisfaction with other aspects of the game, they often highlight the music as a standout feature worthy of praise.
- “Fun game, nice graphics, chill music, and doesn't make you feel like you need to spend a bunch of money.”
- “Like the music and sound effects as well.”
- “I'd rate it one star, but the music alone is worth a star all by itself.”
grinding
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the grinding system in the game, noting that it allows for progression without spending money, as watching ads is optional for additional rewards. However, some users have encountered bugs that hinder their ability to claim rewards, which affects their overall experience and ratings.
- “No penny spent, just grinding and watching ads.”
- “I love this game because of the leveling and grinding system; ads are just optional if you want more loot. I give it 4 stars because there's a bug that prevents me from claiming rewards from other missions. If you can fix this bug, I'll change my rating for this game.”
stability
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Users report experiencing frequent glitches and freezing issues, which detract from the overall enjoyment of the game. Despite its potential for fun, these stability problems make the gaming experience unfavorable.
- “Along with that, you also have the normal glitches to contend with, so my experience is that your games are unfavorable even though they normally would be tons of fun.”
- “However, when I try opening the app to continue playing, it freezes up.”
optimization
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its impressive graphics and intelligent gameplay, with users reporting minimal performance issues and lag, indicating strong optimization overall.
- “Great graphics, smart gameplay that avoids forcing players to die, with little to no performance problems or lag.”
- “The optimization is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay even in intense situations.”
- “I appreciate how well the game runs; it feels polished and responsive throughout.”
emotional
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Users express frustration over the emotional manipulation in the game's design, noting that the intentionally smaller claim button, placed adjacent to the ad button, leads to accidental clicks and a sense of deceit. This tactic detracts from the overall experience, leaving players feeling exploited rather than engaged.